The Via Stoica Podcast
Welcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the podcast on Stoicism that brings you the ancient wisdom of this philosophy to our modern-day lives. Walking the digital streets, Brice, Brendan, and Benny examine the ancient texts and tools through a current lens. The Stoics teach us to focus on the moment, and that’s how Stoicism should be approached. We have the foundation of the wise minds of the past and now it is our time to find the right application to this philosophy of life.
In our weekly episodes, we will dissect a wide range of topics and apply the Stoic teachings to them. It is our goal to show you the benefits of Stoicism and provide you with examples and tools to help you live a better and more peaceful life.
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76. Mastering Impressions: The Stoic Path to Wisdom and Truth
Welcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the Podcast on Stoicism.
How often do your first impressions deceive you? According to Stoic philosophy, our initial reactions to people, events, and challenges are not always reliable—but mastering them is key to living with wisdom and clarity. In this episode of The Via Stoica Podcast, hosts Brendan and Benny explore how Stoicism teaches us to examine our impressions before accepting them as truth.
Drawing from the insights of Epictetus and Marcus Aurelius, we’ll uncover practical Stoic techniques to filter emotions, question assumptions, and see reality as it truly is. Learn how to train your mind to respond with reason rather than impulse, avoid being misled by appearances, and develop a deeper sense of self-awareness.
For a deeper dive into Stoic impressions, check out our blog post based on Epictetus' Discourse 1.29, where we break down how Stoicism helps us distinguish between what is within our control and what isn’t. Read it here: https://viastoica.com/understanding-stoic-impressions/.
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